2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 125 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B3 | Hilux |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |